Handbook of Cruise Vacations

Cruise Vacations can be a terrific, fun and memorable adventure if you are aware of certain things and know how to get the most out of the experience. If you are a about to embark on your first at sea adventure, you are in for a treat! If you have cruised before; you are likely among the 90% of past passengers who continue to take a cruise as their first choice for their well needed get-away. And if you have not yet enjoyed a ship based holiday before, you have come to the right place! Cruise vacations are all about choices - your choices. If you want to dress for meals and eat in the formal dining room, you can. Or, you can dress down and eat in the informal cafe that most cruise ships have. In the evening, a choice of activities awaits you - a show, some gambling, or karaoke in the lounge. When the ship arrives at different ports you can get off and explore or stay on the ship and lounge by the pool. If you are traveling in a group, there’s something for everyone. A cruise vacation is the best value in the world today. Cruise fares have essentially stayed the same over the last 15 years. Newer and more efficient ships have allowed the cruise industry to pass along great cruise deals along with greater value to guests. This book is essential reading for practicing researcher, students and scholars of subject and also the informed/interested general reader. CONTENTS: Preparing for Cruise; On Board the Ship; Safe Food on Cruise; Living and Working on Board; Cruise Vacation Protection; Theme Cruise Vacations.